Lakeland PD traffic fatality on Providence Rd
Key Questions
Who was the victim in the Providence Road crash?
Tina Swakcerd, a 65-year-old woman, died on April 20 from injuries sustained in the April 18 crash. The incident occurred at the Providence Road and West 14th Street intersection in Lakeland. Lakeland PD's Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating.
What are the details of the fatal crash?
A Malibu was T-boned by a Tampa Lexus SUV at the intersection, causing it to spin into a pole. This led to the death of the 65-year-old driver two days later. The crash fits a pattern of traffic fatalities in Polk County.
What is the status of the investigation?
Lakeland PD Traffic Homicide is conducting an ongoing probe into the cause of the crash. Authorities are monitoring potential charges against Lattessia Lankin. Updates may come from a press release as the case develops.
65yo Tina Swakcerd died 4/20 from April 18 crash at Providence Rd/W 14th St intersection—Malibu T-boned by Tampa Lexus SUV, spun into pole; LPD Traffic Homicide probe ongoing. Fits Polk traffic death pattern. Monitor cause, charges on Lattessia Lankin, presser.